Half-day awareness course: Introduction to Addictions

Vocational qualification

In Broadstairs

£ 24 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Location

    Broadstairs

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Addiction is not having control over doing, taking or using something, to the point that it can have harmful consequences. Common addictions are to alcohol or drugs, but it is possible to become addicted to anything, from gambling to chocolate. The course will look at the common addictions, some of the causes and the support available for staff, parents, carers or friends. During this session.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Broadstairs (Kent)
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Ramsgate Road, CT10 1PN

Start date

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About this course

There are no formal entry requirements.

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Subjects

  • Addiction Counselling
  • Alcohol Counselling
  • Bereavement Counselling
  • Staff

Course programme


Course Overview
Addiction is not having control over doing, taking or using something, to the point that it can have harmful consequences. Common addictions are to alcohol or drugs, but it is possible to become addicted to anything, from gambling to chocolate. The course will look at the common addictions, some of the causes and the support available for staff, parents, carers or friends. During this session you will also explore what you can and can't do for someone suffering from an addiction.

Course Structure
Venue: Thanet College Professional Development Centre (upstairs in OLRC / Library).

Mode of Attendance: 3 hour session

Qualification Aims
A basic understanding of addictions.

Assessments/Examinations
The session has no assessment.

There will be an attendance certificate on completion of the session.

Cost / Equipment £24.00

Start Date
Friday 16th October 2009 (9:30am - 12:30pm);
Friday 5th February 2010 (9:30am - 12:30pm)

Half-day awareness course: Introduction to Addictions

£ 24 + VAT